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Best places in London and around the UK to watch the World Cup & Wimbledon 2018

So you don't fancy waiting in line at the gates of Wimbledon for tickets for days on end and you can't watch the footy at home anymore because you threw the remote at the TV when you saw that the England vs Colombia game was going to penalties... fret not, we've compiled a range of outdoor locations for you to enjoy this sporting July whilst basking in the sunshine sipping on a Murray Mojito or a bottle of Kane Champagne, enjoy!

1) Pub on the Park- Hackney East- London

This lively pub with spacious terrace is close to London Fields station. Just a stones throw away from London Fields it tends to draw the crowds in summer. Expect projector screens outside and a few decent size TV's inside showing bothe the football and the tennis and there's a floodlit boules court right next door!

2) London Bridge City presents Summer by the River - South-East London

Watch the 2018 Wimbledon Championships in London Bridge City's outdoor ampitheatre. Catch the ladies final on the 14th and the men's final on the 15th. Whilst you're there enjoy a whole host of summer activities such as salsa dancing, child friendly film screenings, craft workshops and excellent food.

3) Flat Iron Square - South-East London

Flat Iron Square is a hub for drinking and dancing in the shadow of the shard. Usually serving as a flea market or cosy wintery-bar in the colder months this summer it is a hub for those that enjoy jugs of beer, delicious street food and both the football and tennis. Located under seven arches there is plenty of space to catch the big games on their various projectors and indoor TV's. For those that want to make a night of it they also have an outdoor stage for live music.

4) Cider Press- Bristol

Famous for their 32 draught ciders and large selection of craft beers and ales the Cider Press is a symbol of Bristonian culture. Alongside their 8 screens and 2 HD projectors you can enjoy their gourmet menu whilst seated so you never miss a second of the sporting action.

5) Jekyll & Hide - Birmingham

Unique to the Midlands the fabulous Victorian inspired gin parlour is the ideal setting for any number of occasions, including the football! Whilst you sip on expertly crafted gin cocktails and dine from the lesser tradional burger menu you can drink yourself merry until you've convinced yourself that England will win the World Cup.

6) The Big Screen @ Brighton Marina- Brighton, East Sussex

It has become a yearly tradition for the lawns at Brighton Marina to be transformed into a wonderful outdoor cinema where you can catch everything from the World Cup & Wimbledon to film screenings. Arrive early to nab yourself a deckchair and a good spot. Be warned, Tennnis matches will have priority screening over football!

7) ITV Fever Pitch- Manchester

As much as we'd love to strole down the real Copacabana the journey to Manchester's Quay Street version is a more realistic venture. After shipping in 450 tonnes of sand, a beach bar, a 40 Sq-metre screen and hosting their own beach soccer is there a better way to bring the beautiful game alive other than journeying to Russia yourself!

8) Skylight - Wapping, East-London

Enjoy both sunshine and skyline in East-london's snazzy rooftop bar. With screens both indoors and out this is likely to be your second home for the next month. Those with a keen tennis arm can enjoy both petanque and croquet along with a pop up from Sanpellegrino's pop up fruit cart offering complimentary samples and limited edition cocktails.

9) Granary Square - King's Cross, North-London

If fountains, food markets and fashion shows weren't enough to get you go along to theiconic Granary Square then the big screen showing nothing but Wimbledon and rows and rows of deckchairs definitely should be. There's always a something going on here. Wether it's a weekend long family festival or a concert there's plenty of activities keep everyone enertained.

10) St James's Market - West End, London

The newly built St James's Market are holding screenings for the full two weeks of Wimbledon. With giant screen, deck chairs and al fresco dining from the areas best local offerings you'll be glad you saved the hassle of queing for your tiny spot with on Henman Hill or Murray Mount where the only live action you'll see is from the ball girl and boys than the players themsleves!